Client Marketing Manager

Smokeball· Marketing
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📍 Chicago, ILFULL TIME💰 USD 100K–120K

About this role


About the Job
The Client Marketing Manager owns Smokeball’s client lifecycle marketing strategy to help engage, retain, and increase the lifetime value of clients. They are a key liaison to Client Success and will also collaborate closely with Product Marketing on GTM campaigns, delivering new features, and product value to customers. This role serves as both a client and brand advocate, ensuring a client-focused approach that embodies Smokeball’s mission to power people-law.

This is a hybrid position based in our Chicago, IL office. All Chicagoland employees are required to be in the office on Wednesdays and Thursdays.

Key Responsibilities

  • Own the creation and execution of client lifecycle campaigns in collaboration with Client Success and Product Marketing to drive product adoption, usage, and retention.
  • Own the client communications calendar, auditing cross-department client comms and holding the business accountable for total message volume. 
  • Create high-impact case studies, video testimonials, and other storytelling that highlights the Smokeball client experience.  
  • Drive client-led growth by owning Smokeball's referral program and running review generation campaigns. 
  • Manage client webinars that highlight key product features and raise awareness for partner integrations. 
  • Serve as a client champion by facilitating client feedback loops; identifying surprise and delight opportunities; and building out client advocacy initiatives, like Smokeball’s Beacon Award.


Skills and Experience

  • 5+ years B2B and/or SaaS marketing experience with direct experience in hands-on customer marketing.
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with a knack for compelling storytelling.  
  • Ability to manage multiple campaigns, deadlines, and stakeholders simultaneously.  
  • Experience using marketing automation and project management tools to build and run high-impact campaigns.
  • Proven ability to collaborate cross-functionally to achieve business goals and KPIs.  
  • Ability to track, measure, and optimize efforts based on data and performance insights.

Nice to Have

  • Knowledge of ChurnZero, ClickUp, and Pardot 
  • Experience building out HTML email templates
  • Familiarity with the legal profession 

Compensation Band:

$100,000 - $120,000


What's in it for you?
💵 Competitive Salary

💹 Work-Life Balance: 20 vacation days, 3 reboot days, birthday off, volunteer time, and more!

🧘 Benefits: Excellent medical, dental, vision coverage. 401(k) match, & monthly wellness stipend

👶Parental leave

🥡 Office lunch and loads of snacks

🧢 And of course...the SWAG!!

Want to Know More?
Why do we do what we do? Where did the name ‘Smokeball’ come from? What are our values? Learn more here!
*Smokeball values diversity & inclusion and is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Smokeball considers all individuals seeking employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected characteristic.

About Smokeball
Smokeball powers people-law. Our legal practice management software lightens the administrative burden, so legal professionals can serve those who need them most. With offices in Australia, the US, and the UK, culture plays a big part in our success, and our clear purpose and vision motivate us daily.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the salary for the Client Marketing Manager role at Smokeball?
The listed salary for this Client Marketing Manager position at Smokeball is USD 100K–120K. This is an FULL TIME role.
Where is the Client Marketing Manager position at Smokeball located?
This Client Marketing Manager role at Smokeball is based in Chicago, IL. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Client Marketing Manager role at Smokeball full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a FULL TIME position. It is posted as a Client Marketing Manager role in the Marketing department at Smokeball.
Which team or department does the Client Marketing Manager at Smokeball belong to?
This Client Marketing Manager position is part of the Marketing department at Smokeball. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the Client Marketing Manager position at Smokeball?
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When was the Client Marketing Manager job at Smokeball posted?
This Client Marketing Manager position at Smokeball was posted on Aug 24, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Client Marketing Manager
Smokeball · 💰 USD 100K–120K
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